Lucknow: The Uttarakhand Mahaparishad organised a grand and culturally vibrant Holi celebration, March 1, 2026, at its premises in Kurmanchal Nagar. Continuing its annual tradition, the Mahaparishad hosted an elaborate Baithki and Khadi Holi festival featuring both women and men holiyars, beginning at 3:00 pm at the Uttarakhand Mahaparishad Bhawan. The Holi festival, held under the aegis of the Mahaparishad, was marked by enthusiasm, devotion and a deep sense of cultural pride. The event beautifully reflected the rich folk traditions of Uttarakhand and brought together members of the community in…
Read MoreCategory: Top News
Musical Evening Marks Centenary Celebrations at Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya
Lucknow: A grand and melodious musical evening was organised on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Rai Umanath Bali Auditorium as part of the centenary year celebrations of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya. The programme was held jointly under the aegis of the university and the Bhatkhande Alumni Association, drawing music lovers, alumni, faculty members and students in large numbers. The event began on a devotional note with floral tributes to Goddess Saraswati by Chief Guest Prof. Mandavi Singh, Vice-Chancellor of the university, and Dr. Seema Bhardwaj, President of the Alumni Association. The…
Read MoreOne-Day Free AYUSH Medical Camp Organised at Vivekanand Polyclinic, Lucknow
Lucknow: The AYUSH Department of Vivekanand Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences organised a one-day free AYUSH consultation and awareness camp on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The camp was held from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and witnessed enthusiastic participation from patients seeking alternative and holistic treatment options. The medical camp was conducted under the leadership of Swami Muktinathanand Ji Maharaj. Patients benefited from free registration, medical consultation, and, wherever possible, complimentary medicines. The initiative was part of the institution’s ongoing commitment to promoting traditional systems of medicine and making…
Read MoreFree Spectacle Distribution Mark Marks 65th Foundation Day at Shri Harbhaj Ram Kripa Devi Trust Hospital
Lucknow: A large-scale free spectacle distribution programme was organised at Shri Harbhaj Ram Kripa Devi Trust Hospital on the occasion of its 65th Foundation Day, reaffirming the institution’s longstanding commitment to accessible and affordable healthcare. The event was attended by eminent medical professionals, trustees, staff members and beneficiaries. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Dr. Suryakant, Head of the Department of Respiratory Medicine at King George’s Medical University, highlighted the pressing need for timely medical intervention. He observed that patients suffering even from acute dental pain are often given…
Read MoreCT-Guided Pancreatic Biopsy Successfully Performed at Vivekananda Hospital
Lucknow: In a significant medical milestone, a CT-guided pancreatic biopsy was successfully performed for the first time in the history of Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences. The complex procedure was carried out on a 50-year-old gastro patient, Manorama Devi, marking a major advancement in the institute’s interventional radiology capabilities. The highly specialized procedure was conducted by interventional radiologist Dr. Varun Agrawal, a recipient of the prestigious Chikitsa Shri Samman. The successful completion of this technically demanding biopsy underscores the hospital’s growing expertise in advanced, minimally invasive diagnostic interventions.…
Read MoreTiny Titans Shine at ToddPort 4.0: A Spectacular Journey Through the Eras
La Joie Primary Learning Habitat Celebrates Athleticism, Imagination, and Team Spirit Lucknow: The green garden of La Joie Primary Learning Habitat transformed into a vibrant arena of color, creativity, and contagious enthusiasm on the 28th of February and 1st March, as the school hosted its much-awaited annual sports extravaganza ToddPort 4.0. With the captivating theme “Time Traveller”. The event took spectators on a breathtaking journey from the age of cave dwellers and early man to a futuristic world of robots and innovation. The young athletes, our spirited teeny boppers from…
Read MoreRose Festival 2026 Blooms in Lucknow with a Message of Sustainability and Harmony
Lucknow | The city of Nawabs witnessed a spectacular confluence of nature, culture, and environmental consciousness as the Rose Festival was inaugurated at the newly developed Rose Garden, Gate No. 6 of Janeshwar Mishra Park. The grand opening marked a historic milestone for Lucknow, unveiling a breathtaking 15-acre Rose Garden now recognized as the second largest Rose Garden in India. The festival was formally inaugurated by Vivek Srivastava, Secretary, LDA; Gyanendra Verma, Additional Secretary, LDA; C.P. Tripathi, Additional Secretary, LDA; Deepak Singh, Finance Controller, LDA; and Manvendra Singh, Chief Engineer, LDA.…
Read MoreDhurandhar Pichkaris and Herbal Colours Rule Lucknow’s Holi Shopping
Lucknow: As Holi approaches, with HolikaDahan lighting up the evening of March 3, Lucknow’s historic markets are awash in colour and celebration. The narrow, winding lanes of Chowk, the ever-bustling Aminabad, and the glittering stretches near Sarafa Bazaar are humming with festive anticipation. The air carries a heady mix of fresh gulal, roasted dry fruits, thandai spices, and the sweet aroma of gujiyas frying in large iron kadhais. Families, students, and visitors weave through vibrant stalls stacked with colours, pichkaris, water balloons, and festive attire. True to Lucknow’s famed Ganga-Jamunitehzeeb,…
Read MoreUttar Pradesh Emerges as India’s Safest and Fastest-Growing Investment Destination
Kanpur: Uttar Pradesh, home to more than 9.6 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), reaffirmed its position as one of India’s strongest industrial powerhouses during a major MSME conference organised by the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce in Kanpur. The event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs from across the country to discuss investment opportunities, industrial growth and policy reforms in the state. With over 14 million people employed in the MSME sector, Uttar Pradesh’s small and medium enterprises form the backbone of its industrial ecosystem. Through flagship…
Read MoreNaga Sadhus Celebrate Holi at Hanumangarhi on Rangbhari Ekadashi in Ayodhya
Ayodhya: The sacred city of Ayodhya witnessed the vibrant beginning of Holi festivities with the celebration of Rangbhari Ekadashi at Hanumangarhi. The festival marked the ceremonial start of the week-long Rangotsav, blending devotion, tradition, and color in the spiritual heart of the Ram Nagari. On the auspicious occasion, Bajrangbali was worshipped with full rituals and Vedic chanting at Hanumangarhi. Naga sadhus offered abeer and gulal to Lord Hanuman, symbolically extending colorful greetings and invoking divine blessings ahead of Holi. The temple परिसर resonated with chants of devotion as saints and…
Read More